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Оглавление“Don’t get in trouble for me.”
“Ella, I’ve risked my life for people I will never meet. You, I’ve known since you were in grade school.” As Owen looked at those lush green eyes, his heart beat to a faster tempo, the pulse thundering loud in his ears. He cleared his throat. “You’re my best friend’s sister, and my family loves you. Why wouldn’t I take a risk for you?”
“Because I don’t want you to,” she said firmly. “Because this isn’t your battle.”
“Well I’m making it my battle.”
“Why?”
“I just told you.”
“No. You could let the police handle it. Family friendship doesn’t go this far. Ray would understand.”
“No he wouldn’t.”
She blew out a breath that ruffled her bangs. “You’ve nearly been run down. Isn’t that enough?”
He fought to keep his tone level. “Have we cleared your name yet? Have we gotten back everything you’ve lost? Your work? Your reputation? Your freedom?”
“No,” she said, voice breaking.
“Then I guess you have your answer.”
